User manual PHILIPS GC4311

[. . . ] Electromagnetic fields (EMF) This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today. Azur GC4311 Storage 1 Unplug the iron and set the steam control to position 0. Wind the mains cord round the cord storage facility and fix it with the cord clip. , Environment Do not throw the appliance away with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. [. . . ] No steam. Set the temperature dial to the required position. Rinse the water tank and do not put any additive in the water tank. Use the calc-clean function a few times (see chapter `Cleaning and maintenance'). There is not enough Fill the water tank (see chapter water in the water tank. Set the steam control to a position between 1 and 6 (see chapter `Using the appliance'). Flakes and impurities come out of the soleplate during ironing. Hard water forms flakes inside the soleplate. 4239. 000. 6667. 1. indd 1 05-10-2006 10:26:54 Preparing for use Filling the water tank Never immerse the iron in water. 5 Fill the water tank with tap water up to the maximum level by means of the filling cup. Do not put perfume, vinegar, starch, descaling agents, ironing aids or other chemicals in the water tank. , If the tap water in your area is very hard, we advise you to mix it with an equal portion of distilled water, or to use distilled water only. 2 Set the required ironing temperature by turning the temperature dial to the appropriate position (Fig. Check the laundry care label for the required ironing temperature: - 1 Synthetic fabrics (e. g. acrylic, nylon, polyamide, polyester) - 1 Silk - 2 Wool - 3 Cotton, linen If you do not know what kind or kinds of fabric an article is made of, determine the right ironing temperature by ironing a part that will not be visible when you wear or use the article. Silk, woollen and synthetic materials: iron the reverse side of the fabric to prevent shiny patches. Start ironing the articles that require the lowest ironing temperature, such as those made of synthetic fibres. 4 When the amber temperature light has gone out, wait a while before you start ironing (Fig. Before first use 1 Remove any sticker or protective foil from the soleplate and clean the soleplate with a soft cloth. Note:The iron may give off some smoke when you use it for the first time. This will cease after a short while. Using the appliance Steam ironing 1 Make sure that there is enough water in the water tank. 2 Select the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter `Preparing for use', section `Setting the temperature'). Make sure that the steam setting you select is suitable for the ironing temperature selected: (Fig. 6) - 1 - 3 for moderate steam (temperature settings 2 to 3) - 4 - 6 for strong steam (temperature settings 3 to MAX) Note:The iron will start steaming as soon as the set temperature has been reached. Ironing without steam 1 Set the steam control to position 0 (= no steam) (Fig. 2 Select the recommended ironing temperature (see chapter `Preparing for use', section `Setting the temperature'). [. . . ] Never use a scouring pad, vinegar or other chemicals to clean the soleplate. Calc-clean function You can use the calc-clean function to remove scale and impurities. when flakes come out of the soleplate during ironing), the calcclean function should be used more frequently. 7 Hold the iron over the sink, press and hold the calc-clean button and gently shake the iron to and fro (Fig. [. . . ]